Last-Minute Super Bowl Party Ideas

OK, some of you may be completely ready for the big game tomorrow. Astroturf for the tabletop. Deep-dish pizza in honor of Chicago. I have no idea what you could serve for Indianapolis. What IS typical food there? (I was hoping for a New Orleans/New England matchup. Then we'd be talking about Cajun gumbo and clam chow-dah.)

But even if you're not ready, I have a couple of quick ideas, that, after a fast trip to the grocery store, will set you up. Of course, you can search this blog for other appetizer ideas (like these yummy dips), but here are two more healthy options for you to offer your guests. Maybe not the traditional queso and onion dip, but much better for you. Especially if you're working to maintain all your great progress on the detox plan.

This first one is from my idol Andrea Immer. She suggests pairing it with peel and eat shrimp, but I take a shortcut and go to the fish department at a big grocery store. I buy a pound or two of cooked, peeled shrimp. (You can also find shrimp in the frozen food section.) Then all you have to do is whip up the dip. Pair the tequila in it with your favorite margarita recipe. THERE's a party.

Tequila Mayonnaise Dip
Makes about 2 cups.

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
2 tablespoons tequila (You can leave out if you need to, but it adds a great layer of flavor.)
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper

Combine first five ingredients in a bowl. Season to taste. Serve with cooked shrimp to dip with.



Here's another great dip that you can throw together in an instant. Serve it with toasted pita chips, crackers or raw vegetables.

Quick and Easy Hummus

1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of one lemon
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons tahini (sesame paste) or smooth peanut butter (optional)
Kosher salt

Puree all together in a food processor or blender. Serve garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped parsley.